ALL TIME BEST WW2 SOLITAIRE WARGAMES - Top Solo Board Games

[@TheDiceTreasures]

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[@ronaldnickelson2130]

Right on target with RAF: Eagle. I've played the full campaign 30+ times. Main appeal: the chance to make many substantive decisions. A vast majority of WW2 solitaire games seem to be primarily dice-rollers.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Absolutely thrilled to hear from a fellow RAF: Eagle enthusiast! It's fantastic that you've played the full campaign so many times - that's true dedication! The depth of decision-making is indeed one of the gems in RAF: Eagle's crown, offering a unique and immersive experience. It's refreshing to connect with someone who values strategy and meaningful choices in their gaming adventures. You've hit the nail on the head regarding the prevalence of dice-rollers in the WW2 solitaire genre. While randomness has its place, finding games that balance chance with strategic decision-making can be like discovering hidden treasures. Have you come across any other solitaire wargames that offer a similar level of substantive decision-making? I'm always on the lookout for hidden gems, and sharing recommendations is what makes this community so special. If you have any favorites or specific aspects you enjoy in a game, I'd love to hear about them! By the way, if you enjoy in-depth discussions on solo board games, you might find some other videos on this channel that resonate with your interests. Feel free to explore and let me know what you think! Your insights add so much to the conversation, and I'd love to keep this dialogue going. Thank you for sharing your experience, and I look forward to hearing more from you! Don't forget to subscribe if you enjoy the content - it's folks like you who make this community thrive!

[@msundborg]

Skies Above Britain = stunning and immersive solitaire

[@michaelrinella6384]

Stalingrad: Advance to the Volga, 1942 sold out its initial print run and is being reprinted. The second game in the series, on Manila 1945, will be released at the same time as Stalingrad is reprinted.

[@OroborusFMA]

Both are back in print!

[@jerryandjamie2up]

I love playing Stalingrad - Advance to the Volga. It is a great solo game. I have played almost 10 times and have only won twice. It is never the same and I will continue to play it. RAF and The Hunters are also two of my favorites. I have the original RAF and it has stood the test of time. Thanks for the video. I would like to play Target for the day soon.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Hey there! Thanks so much for watching the video and sharing your thoughts! It's awesome to hear that you're a fan of Stalingrad - Advance to the Volga; it's such a dynamic and challenging solo game, isn't it? Winning twice out of 10 plays is no small feat, and the unpredictability is what makes it so addictive, right? And I'm thrilled to hear that RAF and The Hunters are among your favorites. The original RAF really does have that timeless quality that makes it a classic. It's fantastic that these games have a lasting appeal, showcasing the enduring craftsmanship of the designs. I'm curious, what draws you to solo wargaming? Is it the strategic challenges, the historical immersion, or perhaps a mix of both? It's always fascinating to learn about what resonates with fellow gamers. Target for the day is a great choice for your next play! The tension it builds is something else. I'm genuinely glad you enjoyed the video and that it resonated with your gaming preferences. If there's any specific aspect or type of solo wargame you'd like me to cover in future videos, feel free to share your thoughts. Your input means a lot! Thanks again for your support, and I hope you continue to find joy in your solo wargaming adventures. Looking forward to hearing more about your experiences and recommendations! If you haven't already, consider subscribing so you won't miss out on future content. Happy gaming!

[@frankwaugh1894]

I highly recommend Interceptor Ace and Interceptor Ace 2 from Compass Games. You are a Luftwaffe fighter pilot flying against the us 8th Air force with up to 8 missions each month. First volume covers early 1943 thru early 1944 before the us ruled the skies. The 2nd volume covers from early 1944 until May 45. Same concept as Nightfighter Ace. A bit of role playing where you can start off in a Bf 110 bf 109 or fw 190. Multiple versions of each. You can also switch different versions different plane type or even different airbase. It gets harder and harder to survive as the war goes on. You determine how much you want to press your attacks. You WIll get shot down multiple times and be lucky if you don't get killed by an unlucky burst or not survive a parachute jump. As your skill goes up you can select different skills that help you survive or make you better at shooting others down .a great game. Yes volume 2 adds the late war planes like the fw 190d me 262 me 163 ta 152 that you can fly if you survive that long and you can also encounter green us pilots or some of the famous p47 p38 and p51 aces with their own special skills. In fact in 1943 I was flying a bf110 and was shot down by p47 Ace gabreski. After that I transferred to flying an fw 190 😊

[@BunnyNiyori]

Great video, most are unknown to me. I'm a fan of Patton's Best, one of the earlier games for solitaire driving of a tank. I want to give a shout out to Mike Lambo who makes some great solo wargames on sale at Wargame Vault. Inexpensive, yet entirely fun.

[@Anymouse6980]

Always good to see what one person sees and plays as their best games. I am looking at several lists from different gamers to seek out solo/solitare games. I am new to solo/solitaire wargaming, but have played 2 player tabletop board wargames since the 70’s. Thanks

[@MrSeemsLegit]

Great list, all of these are fantastic classics and amazingly well done and fun solitaire experiences.

[@sylviagilbert8536]

B-17 Queen of the Skies was a truly fun solitaire game.

[@roto6500]

Stalingrad Advance to the Volga looks interesting. I'm still playing lone Sherman. Maybe after that I'll give it a try. Excellent video!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Yes it looks interesting. Would like to get that one! How is Sherman? Recommend?

[@GrumblingGrognard]

Left out the two best of all-time: Avalon Hills: "Raid On St Nazaire" and SPI's "TimeTripper". Completely different, but TimeTripper is odd anyway... Both have tons of replay. Both out of print. I have been gaming these wargames since 1970s. I own over 600 of these things. Top two are listed here for solo play.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you! I know Raid on St Nazaire, great game. Not familiar with Time Tripper, will check it out when I will be at PC. Thank you for great suggestions!

[@swaminic]

I had so much fun with Time Tripper as a teenager. I would love to see an updated version of this.

[@christophersmith8316]

Timmy the Zap, making a time machine out of his radio

[@kingforaday8725]

NICE!!!! Way, way, way back in my day I could only dream of games like this!!!! It was tough back then even finding someone that was willing to play! Much less know, or care, what they were doing when they did!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you! I'm trilled that board game veterans like you enjoy the videos! That's keep me going and trying to make new and new episodes. It's incredible how much the gaming landscape has evolved, and it's always fascinating to hear from seasoned players like yourself who've been on this journey for a while. Your perspective adds such depth to the gaming community's history. Back then, finding someone to play with could indeed be a challenge, and the passion for these games often burned quietly. I myself am 1980' kid, from childhood I can remember a lot of board games, but they were .... yes different design... they were not so neatly made and were not so engaging, so therefore other tabletops as tabletop hockey and soccer game sometimes took over... and yes, chess and checker with were as well my favorites... They were challenging and interesting. By the way there are great titles from that time like Ambush! and Tank on Tank... Yeah,.. nice retro legends... that still been played on todays gaming tables. It's amazing to see how the solo board gaming scene has grown, providing a whole new dimension to the experience. Do you have any other gaming memories from 'back in the day.' What were some of your favorite games or moments? It's through stories like yours that we truly appreciate the rich tapestry of gaming history. Thank you for sharing your experience! That's great to hear gaming veteran opinion! Looking forward to more conversations and memories together!

[@eddydelrio1303]

Excellent LIST! I have several of them.

[@carrickrichards2457]

Solo greats: 'Pavlov's House' and 'Castle Itter' should get a mention?

[@bobphaneuf5850]

Great reviews, I think Lanzerath Ridge is artistically the best game of the last 5 years. You should also check out Fortress Games, a US game company with 4 popular solitaire games: 8th Air Force, 20th Air Force, Save Afghanistan, Comrade! and Save South Vietnam! "Tanks" for the great video!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you! Glad that you enjoyed the video! And great thanks for suggesting additional games!

[@OroborusFMA]

Manila: The Savage Streets, 1945 is the follow up to Stalingrad: Advance to the Volga, 1942.

[@dwsonye]

Shocked you didn’t mention Ambush by Victory Games.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Yes. I left it out. It is mentioned in other video. I agree.. it is great game, but as it usually happens in the world quite often new things push out older creations. But Ambush is great. Agree it could be a great addition to the list. Thank you for so great suggestion!

[@zzgrom]

Ambush is the best solo ww2 for me. Then Russian Campaign but I have not played the ones in this video.

[@ChrisHTG7885]

Atlantic Chase is really a gem for me ;)

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Yes, a really great game!

[@welchit]

Pavlov's House honorable mention. Great solo game. Lots of tension buildup

[@anunakim]

Personally I would put Ardenes as best. May takeaway is Lanzerath Ridge and Stalingrad Advance to the Volga. Great list!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you!

[@goldengriffon]

I really wanted to like D-Day at Omaha Beach, and meticulously learned the game bit-by-bit over more than a month. While it was an impressive experience, I ultimately felt like there was too little game to be worth the trouble. The beach is such a difficult barrier, there are very few possible ways to approach the landing where you will have any realistic chance of success at all. And even then, the odds are so heavily against you that whenever I made headway or took out an enemy position it felt like just dumb luck. I guess that's "realistic", but made me feel like I was just wasting my time. Maybe it was just too hard to design a well-balanced beach setup. Apparently the game is more interesting beyond the beach, but the goals in that part were too uninteresting and generic to motivate me to continue. Oh well. I don't begrudge anyone who enjoys the game, and perhaps I approached it wrong or didn't pick up on a necessary nuance behind the decisions one is allowed. But I kind of doubt it. 😛

[@frankn4576]

Great list, I really enjoy your channel. For me my top favourites are Combat V1 and V2, Soldiers in Postmen's Uniforms and Enemy Action Kharkov. I don't have Ardennes unfortunately. Cheers

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you! I'm glad that you enjoy videos! Thank you for sharing your opinion and suggesting Soldiers in Postmen's Uniforms, which is awesome game, and I thought about including that in the list, but finally decided in favor for more classic WW2 battlefield games. Thank you! Great comment!

[@tomknott4480]

I have some of these and some are on my wish list enemy action ardennes is one I'm looking at

[@dayoltay]

Great list! I love this channel.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you!

[@BillSchwanz]

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[@CJ7nvrstk]

Lanzerath Ridge FTW! Cheers!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Cheers! ☺

[@robertthurman9866]

Very good list, thank you.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Glad to hear the you liked the video! Thank you!

[@siiimom9304]

Thanks for including pictures of my fan made material for By Stealth and Sea, but you should note that this stuff is not part of the original game box.

[@Ricocarty64]

Nice list. I thought The Hunters might be on this list.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you so much for checking out the video and sharing your thoughts! I really appreciate your input! The Hunters is indeed an excellent choice, and I'm glad you brought it up. It's one of those gems that deserves a spotlight. I'm always on the lookout for fantastic recommendations from the community, and your suggestion adds a valuable perspective. If you enjoyed this video, you might find some other hidden gems in other content on the channel. Feel free to explore more, and if there's a particular game you'd like to see featured in the future, I'm all ears. Thanks again for being a part of the community, and I hope you continue to enjoy the content. Your support means a lot!

[@itaphil]

Love your list and the quick synopsis of each game. I added several of these titles to my wish list.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and found some new titles for your wish list. If you have any questions about any of the games or if you'd like more recommendations, feel free to ask. Happy gaming!"

[@Liberation_Game_Design]

Great video, thank you for making it! Maybe one day my game Dutch Resistance: Orange Shall Overcome! will be on this list as well. It only came out just after you made this video.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Hey there! Thank you for checking out video. I'm glad that you enjoyed the video. Dutch Resistance: Orange Shall Overcome! looks great game. There are no many games about resistance operations/fighting during WW2, especially recent ones. Looks, like you have done a really great job. Do you have any review copies left? If you don't mind to send one, I would be glad to make a review about the game.

[@Liberation_Game_Design]

@@TheDiceTreasures Thank you very much. I have just replied to your e-mail to make sure you will get a review copy sent to you.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

@@Liberation_Game_Design Thank you very much! I've received e-mail. I'm sure it will be another great game addition to the ww2 war game fans. Resistance fighting is not so much covered as other aspects of the ww2. Looking forward to make video about Dutch Resistance: Orange Shall Overcome!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

@@Liberation_Game_Design Thank you!! That's great!

[@AbeBSea]

No Ambush

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Yes. I left it out. It is mentioned in other video. I agree.. it is great game, but as it usually happens in the world quite often new things push out older creations. But Ambush is great. Agree it could be a great addition to the list. Thank you for so great suggestion!

[@ronaldnickelson2130]

Yep, a favorite here, too. I was a playtester on the Silver Star expansion in the 1980s.

[@lootnscoot50]

I played it several times when I was in middle school. Was really quite a unique game for the time

[@jaysturgell2543]

Well done sir, I own many of these.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Thank you! Any suggestions?

[@Armatige]

ohhh yea!! Please provide your pick!

[@TheDiceTreasures]

No need for pick... What's your favorite that is not in the list?

[@fedeperni9494]

does someone have any raccomandations for easy ww2/vietnam wargames? Maybe more infantry based like the undaunted series

[@roguerifter9724]

If I could afford any one of these I think I would go for U-Boat. The idea of being able to play different roles on the boat during different playthrough appeals to me and I've always prefered naval warfare games to the ground combat focused ones. Atlantic Chase looks fun but I don't like the ship selection because from what you showed us its so top heavy. All I saw were Battleships, Battlecruisers, and Carriers for surface ships. I can't understand why someone would make a game focused on the Battle of the Atlantic yet ignore the smaller escorts like the Corvettes, Destroyers, and Frigates of the escort forces.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Hey there! Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts on the video! It's awesome that the U-Boat game caught your eye-being able to step into different roles on the boat adds such a unique and immersive element to the gaming experience. I totally get your preference for naval warfare games; there's just something captivating about the strategic maneuvers on the open sea. The U-Boat game, with its dynamic gameplay and varied roles, sounds like it would provide a truly immersive dive into naval history. However this particular game is actually one of the most expensive on the list. I appreciate your perspective on Atlantic Chase, especially regarding the ship selection. It's interesting how different players can have diverse preferences when it comes to the scale of battles they enjoy. Your point about the smaller escorts is spot on-they played a crucial role in the Battle of the Atlantic, and it's surprising that they aren't featured more prominently in the game. It's fantastic to hear your insights, and your passion for the details of naval warfare really shines through. If you have any more suggestions or thoughts on other solo board games, I'd love to hear them! And hey, if you enjoy this kind of content, consider subscribing to the channel. We're always exploring new games and diving into exciting discussions about the world of solo wargaming. Looking forward to hearing more from you!

[@roguerifter9724]

@@TheDiceTreasures I've always preferred the smaller and midsized warships to the heavy ones in any setting historical or fictional. My dad wanted to serve in the navy but failed the medical exams but he had a lot of Navy related books and novels most of which I read when I was young. A lot of them were 18th or 19th century setting but most of the World War II Naval novels I remember reading when I was young focused on Destroyers, Corvettes, or Frigates on Convoy escort. While I can certainly understand games focusing on the larger ships normally focusing on convoy escort and not including more of the smaller craft just seems off to me.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

@@roguerifter9724 Wow, that's a fascinating connection to smaller and midsized warships, and it sounds like your dad's passion for the navy left a lasting impact on you. That's awesome. It's incredible how our early experiences with literature can shape our interests, and those 18th and 19th-century naval novels must have painted vivid pictures of naval life. I love reading, but unfortunately in this busy world I have no much time for that. Your point about the focus on Destroyers, Corvettes, and Frigates in World War II naval novels resonates with me. There's a certain charm and agility to these smaller craft that often get overshadowed by the sheer might of battleships and carriers. It's great that you appreciate the vital role they played in convoy escort during that era. In the gaming world, it would indeed be fantastic to see more titles paying homage to these unsung heroes of naval warfare. Their stories are rich with strategy, bravery, and the challenges of protecting convoys in the treacherous waters of the Atlantic. I'm watching a lot of documentaries about ww2 - many about naval warfare as well... it's truly fascinating but tragic chapter in our history. But on the bright side - it past. I have a hard time to recall any board game, I know one cool video game, but it's a different realm. Right? If you ever come across games that feature these smaller and midsized warships prominently, I'd love to hear your recommendations. It's conversations like these that make the gaming community so vibrant and diverse. Thanks a bunch for sharing your personal connection to naval history-it adds a wonderful layer to our discussion. Feel free to share more of your insights or any other recommendations you might have!

[@roguerifter9724]

@@TheDiceTreasures .i have a few older naval video games, many older naval PC games along with games tied to areas of history or topics of interest of mine. Buy yeah there were a lot of links beteen what I grew up around and what I like now. Mom and dad were both into Star Trek and Star Wars plus each had their own sections of scifi they liked while I generally like both their sets and some shows, book, and game franchises they never got into. They also both liked the Errol Flynn Robin Hood movie, and mom liked The Prince of Thieves. I have tons of Robin Hood movies, books, and I've at least tried pretty much every Robin Hood Video game or PC game I know of. Dad and I were both into naval history but we each had our own sections of non-naval history we focused on. Almost all of dad's ancestry can be traced to Ireland so he was very much into irish history while I prefered 18th and 19th century North American history. Plus I remember reading some books like Treasure Island when I was young and I've been into the history of Pirates and Privateers plus Pirate or Privateer focused novels for a long time. Plus mom and dad both liked Railroads and we played a lot of Railroad related board games which I still have along with many Railroad based PC games. Dad and his friends were into a lot of historical and Scifi tabletop games and I got into a lot of those, plus the novels for the franchises that had them (I've always been a huge reader). Some of my earliest pleasant memories (I've had many chronic health issues since I was young, and many of my early memories involve needles) are dad teaching me to play Chess and I still have the Chess set I learned with. Plus when I was first being introduced to scifi tabletop wargaming, before I played an historical setting games, most of my inital forces were either Frigate squadrons or lone Frigates because the Frigates were often less complex to manage then the larger ships while being among the simplest to run craft that were ships instead of fighters or Tender dependent Gunboats

[@TheDiceTreasures]

@@roguerifter9724 Wow! That's impressive. I truly appreciate you sharing these glimpses into your gaming history. It's clear that your passion for gaming runs deep, intertwined with cherished family memories and personal experiences. Your family's influence on your gaming preferences, from the shared love of Star Trek and Star Wars to your exploration of different historical periods and genres, paints a vivid picture of the rich tapestry of experiences that have shaped your gaming journey. I love sci-fi movies and history as well. I'm Star Wars fan, love Alien (s) and Stargate saga as well. Your gaming journey is fascinating. The bond you share with your dad over naval history and your distinct focuses within non-naval history add a personal touch to your gaming interests. It's fascinating how your family's affinity for certain movies, like the Errol Flynn Robin Hood film, has led you to explore various adaptations in the form of movies, books, and video games. Your journey into tabletop games and the early introduction to chess by your dad, strongly touches me, cause my dad tought me that too and now I tought that to my son. Considering the health challenges you mentioned, adds a layer of resilience to your gaming story. It's heartwarming to hear about the positive memories you associate with playing railroad-related board games with your family. I'm not so much in railroad gaming, but we have Ticket to Ride game :D so sometimes we play that. Yes, your gaming journey is fascinating. By the way, which of the train games you would suggest? Which one is you top favorite? And which of old school/retro sci-fi games you would pick as top 3? I have no idea about them, because I started to play board games actively only some 20 or so years ago... I believe you could know better about older games...

[@AndyP998]

American tank ace major disappointment, love Hunters and Nightfighter ace though

[@phd_angel]

Most of these games are out of print or outrageously expensive. What's the point?...

[@MrSeemsLegit]

What’s the point of the comment? Video is about all time best ww2 solitaire wargames, and these are it. I would say half of them are in print of are scheduled for reprints, so watch out for those. As for the price, yes it’s unfortunately an expensive hobby. Be on the lookout for second hand deals or try your luck borrowing one of them from a local gaming community.

[@DonBuonasera]

These games don’t have budgets like CMON games, so retail price is usually high. But if you like this kind of games, the price is usually worth it, as the games themselves are brilliant.

[@leeedsonetwo]

I cannot find these games in the UK

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Availability may change over the time. That's true - not all games holding on the shelf a long time. Many of them go very fast. Which particular game(s) you are looking for?

[@leeedsonetwo]

@@TheDiceTreasures Any good solitaire game but especially the Ardennes one looked good.

[@TheDiceTreasures]

Enemy Action: Ardennes is available only on Amazon.de amzn.to/3Zbr2rs Very overpriced. Half that price game is available on Amazon.com (US market). For me it shows No Import Fees and 21.82 AmazonGlobal Shipping. If you are interested you may check it on Amazon: amzn.to/3ZaNHnN

[@leeedsonetwo]

@@TheDiceTreasures Thanks for the replies much appreciated.

[@saintpumpkin]

combat!

[@CocoDave37]

No mention of Advanced Squad Leader?

[@TheDiceTreasures]

No, but it found its place in different video among the best

[@John-k6f9k]

Advanced Squad Leader is possibly the worst game ever created.

[@vincnetjones3037]

Omaha..... pronounced... O m ha It's a US City in Nebraska.

[@smartmind23]

I wonder how you rate these, given there is no way you played all of these..